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his device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY he Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in advance. “Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate” ASRock Rack’s Website: www.ASRockRack.com
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction
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1.1
Package Contents
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1.2
Speciications
2
1.3
Unique Features
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1.4
Motherboard Layout
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1.5
Onboard LED Indicators
10
1.6
I/O Panel
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1.7
Block Diagram
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Chapter 2 Installation
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2.1
Screw Holes
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2.2
Pre-installation Precautions
15
2.3
Installing the CPU
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2.4
Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
19
2.5
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
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2.6
Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)
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2.7
Jumper Setup
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2.8
Onboard Headers and Connectors
28
2.9
Dr. Debug
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2.10
SLITM , 3-Way SLITM , 4-Way SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide
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2.10.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards
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2.10.2 Installing Three SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards
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2.10.3 Installing Four SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards
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2.11
CrossFireX TM, 3-Way CrossFireX TM, 4-Way CrossFireX TM and Quad CrossFireX TM Operation Guide
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2.11.1 Installing Two CrossFireX TM-Ready Graphics Cards
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2.11.2 Installing Three CrossFireX TM-Ready Graphics Cards
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2.11.3 Installing Four CrossFireX TM-Ready Graphics Cards
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2.11.4 Driver Installation and Setup
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2.12
Driver Installation Guide
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2.13
Dual LAN and Teaming Operation Guide
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Chapter 3 UEFI Setup Utility
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3.1
Introduction
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3.1.1
UEFI Menu Bar
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3.1.2 Navigation Keys
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3.2
Main Screen
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3.3
OC Tweaker Screen
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3.4
Advanced Screen
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3.4.1 CPU Coniguration
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3.4.2 DRAM Coniguration
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3.4.3 ACPI Coniguration
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3.4.4 Conigure Super IO Settings
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3.4.5 Serial Port Console Redirection
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3.4.6 USB Coniguration
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3.4.7 Chipset Coniguration
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3.4.8 Storage Coniguration
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3.4.9 H/W Monitor Screen
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3.4.10 Intel ME Coniguration
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3.4.11 WHEA Coniguration
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3.4.12 Easy RAID Installer
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3.4.13 Instant Flash
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3.5
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Server Mgmt
3.5.1 System Event Log
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3.5.2 BMC Network Coniguration
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3.6
Security Screen
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3.7
Boot Screen
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3.7.1
CSM Parameters
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3.8
Event Logs
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3.9
Exit Screen
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Chapter 4 Software Support
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4.1
Install Operating System
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4.2
Support CD Information
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4.2.1 Running The Support CD
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4.2.2 Drivers Menu
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4.2.3 Utilities Menu
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4.2.4 Contact Information
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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
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5.1
Troubleshooting Procedures
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5.2
Technical Support Procedures
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5.3
Returning Merchandise for Service
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Chapter 6: Net Framework Installation Guide
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6.1
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Installing .Net Framework 3.5.1 (For Server 2008 R2)
EP2C612 WS
Chapter 1 Introduction hank you for purchasing ASRock Rack EP2C612 WS motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock Rack’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock Rack’s commitment to quality and endurance. In this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contains introduction of the motherboard and stepby-step guide to the hardware installation. Chapter 3 and 4 contains the coniguration guide to BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.
Because the motherboard speciications and the BIOS sotware might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without notice. In case any modiications of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock Rack website without further notice. You may ind the latest memory and CPU support lists on ASRock Rack website as well. ASRock Rack’s Website: www.ASRockRack.com If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for speciic information about the model you are using. http://www.asrockrack.com/support/
1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Rack EP2C612 WS Motherboard (SSI EEB Form Factor: 12.0-in x 13.0-in, 30.5 cm x 33.0 cm) • Support CD • User Manual • 4 x SATA3 Cables (50cm) • 2 x SATA3 Cables (60cm) • 1 x I/O Shield
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If any items are missing or appear damaged, contact your authorized dealer.
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1.2 Speciications EP2C612 WS MB Physical Status Form Factor SSI EEB Dimension 12'' x 13'' (30.5 cm x 33.0 cm) Processor System CPU Socket Chipset System Memory Capacity Type Voltage DIMM Sizes Expansion Slot PCIe 3.0 x 16
Intel® Xeon processor E5-2600/4600 & v3 series Dual Socket LGA 2011 R3 Intel® C612 8 DIMM slots - Quad Channel memory technology - Supports DDR4 2133/1866/1600 RDIMM and LRDIMM 1.2V RDIMM: 32GB, 16GB, 8GB, 4GB LRDIMM: 64GB, 32GB - 7 slots (PCIE3/PCIE4 : x16/x0 or x8/x8 mode; PCIE6/PCIE7: x0/x16 or x8/x8 mode) *Please refer to the section entitled “2.6 Expansion Slots” for more details.
- Supports NVIDIA® Quad SLITM, 4-Way SLI TM, 3-Way SLI TM and SLITM - Supports AMD GPU-Quad CrossFireXTM, 4-Way CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTM Storage SATA Controller Ethernet Interface LAN
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Management
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Intel® C612: 10 x SATA3 6Gb/s (6 x SATA3 + 4 x SSATA3, support 2 x SATA DOM, 1 x SATA Express), support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 1000 /100 /10 Mbps 2 x RJ45 by 2 x Intel® i210 1 x RJ45 Dedicated IPMI LAN port - Supports Wake-On-LAN - Supports Energy Eicient Ethernet 802.3az - Supports Dual LAN with Teaming function - Supports PXE - LAN1 supports NCSI
EP2C612 WS
BMC Controller IPMI Dedicated GLAN Features Graphics Controller VRAM Audio Audio Codec Rear Panel I/O PS/2 KB/Mouse VGA Port USB 3.0 Port LAN Port
ASPEED AST2400 - 1 x Realtek RTL8211E for dedicated management GLAN - Watch Dog - NMI ASPEED AST2400 DDR3 16MB Realtek ALC1150
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1 1 x D-Sub 4 RJ45: 2 + 1 (IPMI) LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) Serial Port 1 (COM1) SPDIF 1 Audio Jack 5 Jack Internal Connector Auxiliary Panel 1 (includes chassis intrusion, location button & LED, front Header LAN LED, system fault LED) TPM Header 1 IPMB Header 1 Buzzer 1 Fan Header 2 x CPU Fans, 5 x System Fans (4-pin) ATX Power 1 (24-pin) + 2 (8-pin) USB 3.0 Header 1 (supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) USB 2.0 Header 1 (supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) Type A USB 3.0 1 Port Front Panel 1 4 pin 5V box 1 connector System BIOS BIOS Type 128Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS BIOS Features - Plug and Play (PnP) - ACPI 2.0 Compliance Wake Up Events - SMBIOS 2.8.0 Support - ASRock Rack Instant Flash Hardware Monitor
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Temperature
Fan
Voltage Support OS OS
- CPU Temperature Sensing - System Temperature Sensing - System Inlet Temperature Sensing - Card-side Temperature Sensing - CPU/Rear/Front Fan Tachometer - CPU Quiet Fan (Allow Chassis Fan Speed Auto-Adjust by CPU Temperature) - CPU/Rear/Front Fan Multi-Speed Control Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore, DRAM, 1.05V_PCH, +BAT, 3.3VSB, 5VSB Client: Microsot® Windows® - Windows 7 ( 32 / 64 bit) - Windows 8 ( 32 / 64 bit) - Windows 8.1 ( 32 / 64 bit) - Windows 10 (64 bit) Server: Microsot® Windows® - Server 2008 R2 SP1 (64 bit) - Server 2012 (64 bit) - Server 2012 R2 (64 bit) Linux® - RedHat Enterprise Linux Server 5.10/6.5 (32 / 64 bit) - CentOS 5.10 / 6.5 (32 / 64 bit) - SUSE Enterprise Linux Server 11 SP3 (32 / 64 bit) - FreeBSD 9.2 (32 / 64 bit) - Fedora core 19 (64 bit) - Ubuntu 12.04.2 (64 bit) / 12.10 (64 bit) Virtual - VMWare® ESXi 5.5
Environment Temperature
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GPU Support Technology
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Operation temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C / Non operation temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C - Supports NVIDIA® 4-Way SLI™ Technology - Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
his motherboard supports Wake from on Board LAN. To use this function, please make sure that the “Wake on Magic Packet from power of state” is enabled in Device Manager > Intel® Ethernet Connection > Power Management. And the “PCI Devices Power On” is enabled in UEFI SETUP UTILITY > Advanced > ACPI Coniguration. Ater that, onboard LAN1&2 can wake up S5 under OS.
If you install Intel® LAN or Marvell SATA utility, this motherboard may fail Windows® Hardware Quality Lab (WHQL) certiication tests. If you install the drivers only, it will pass the WHQL tests.
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1.3 Unique Features ASRock Rack Instant Flash is a BIOS lash utility embedded in Flash ROM. his convenient BIOS update tool allows you to update system BIOS without entering operating systems irst like MS-DOS or Windows®. With this utility, you can press the
key during the POST or the key to enter into the BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Rack Instant Flash. Just launch this tool and save the new BIOS ile to your USB lash drive, loppy disk or hard drive, then you can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional loppy diskette or other complicated lash utility. Please be noted that the USB lash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 ile system.
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1.4 Motherboard Layout 1
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2
5
4
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33.0 cm (13 in)
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USB 3.0 PS 2 T: USB1 Keyboard B: USB2 /Mouse
ATXPWR1
PSU_SMB1
REAR_FAN1 CPU2_FAN1
ATX12V1
ATX12V2 PMBUS_SEL_ALT1 PMBUS_SEL_DAT1 PMBUS_SEL_CLK1
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CPU1_FAN1
CPU1
DDR4_D1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
DDR4_C1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
CPU2
DDR4_H1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
DDR4_G1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
LAN2 LAN1
DDR4_E1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
DDR4_F1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
IPMI LAN
30.5cm (12 in)
COM1
VGA1 USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2
Center: FRONT
Top: LINE IN
Bottom: MIC IN
Top: Central/Bass
Bottom: Optical SPDIF
Center: REAR SPK
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16
PCIE7 (Blue, from CPU1)
PCIE_PWR1
17 1
PECI1
PCIE6 (Blue, from CPU1)
18 19 SATA_0
BAT1
SATA_3
EP2C612 WS PCIE5 (Blue, from CPU1)
SATA_4
SATA_1
PCIE4 (White, from CPU2)
Intel C612
25
58
SATA_5
SATAPWR_SEL2
COM2
1
HD_AUDIO1
BMC_SMB1
1
TPM1
IPMB1
SATA_SGPIO2 1 SATA_SGPIO1 SSATA_SGPIO1
56
55 54
1
SSATA_1
32
USB3_5_6
1
1
53 52 51 50 49 48 47
1
1
1
1
1
45
44
43 42 41
40 39 38
37
36
35
PLED PWRBTN
33
1
1
HDLED RESET
1
46
PANEL1
AUX_PANEL1
USB3_7 1
30 31
SATA_PWR1
USB_1_2
FRNT_FAN4 FRNT_FAN3
1 1
57
SSATA_3
SSATA_2
ME_RECOVERY1
BMC_SMB3
BMC_SMB2
SPEAKER1
1 TR 1
1
1
1
28 29
34
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NMI_BTN1
27
BUZZER1
Dr. Debug
PCIE1 (White, from CPU2) CHASSIS_ID1 CHASSIS_ID2 CHASSIS_ID3
SATAPWR_SEL1
1
SSATA_0
1
PCIE2 (Blue, from CPU1)
26
SATAE_1
PCIE3 (White, from CPU2)
SATA_2
BMC ROM
20 21 22 23 24
FRNT_FAN1
FRNT_FAN2
7
No.
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Description
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2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_E1, DDR4_F1, Blue)
2
ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2)
3
Rear Fan Connector (REAR_FAN1)
4
CPU 2 Fan Connector (CPU2_FAN1)
5
2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_G1, DDR4_H1, Blue)
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2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1, Blue)
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CPU 1 Fan Connector (CPU1_FAN1)
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PSU SMBus (PSU_SMB1)
9
PMBUS Mode Jumper (PMBUS_SEL_ALT1)
10
ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
11
PMBUS Mode Jumper (PMBUS_SEL_DAT1)
12
ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
13
PMBUS Mode Jumper (PMBUS_SEL_CLK1)
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2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_C1, DDR4_D1, Blue)
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LGA 2011 R3 CPU Socket 1 (CPU1)
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CPU PECI Mode Jumper (PECI1)
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PCIe Power Connector (PCIE_PWR1)
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SATA3 Connector (SATA_0, Blue, from PCH)
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SATA3 Connector (SATA_3, Blue, from PCH)
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Front Fan Connector (FRNT_FAN2)
21
Front Fan Connector (FRNT_FAN1)
22
SATA DOM Power Jumper 1 (SATAPWR_SEL1)
23
SATA3 Connector (SATA_1, White, from PCH)
24
SATA3 Connector (SATA_4, White, from PCH)
25
SATA3 Connector (SATA_2, White, from PCH)
26
SATA3 Connector (SATA_5, White, from PCH)
27
SATA Express Connector (SATAE_1, White, from PCH)
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SATA3 Connector (SSATA_0, Blue, from PCH)
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SATA3 Connector (SSATA_1, Blue, from PCH)
30
SATA3 DOM Connector (SSATA_3, Red)
31
SATA DOM Power Header (SATA_PWR_1)
32
SATA3 DOM Connector (SSATA_2, Red)
33
System Panel Header (PANEL1)
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No.
Description
34
Auxiliary Panel Header (AUX_PANEL1)
35
SATA DOM Power Jumper 2 (SATAPWR_SEL2)
36
USB 3.0 Header (USB3_4_5)
37
Vertical Type A USB 3.0 (USB3_7)
38
USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2)
39
Speaker Header (SPEAKER1)
40
Front Fan Connector (FRNT_FAN3)
41
Front Fan Connector (FRNT_FAN4)
42
hermal Sensor Header (TR1)
43
SATA SGPIO Connector (SATA_SGPIO1)
44
SATA SGPIO Connector (SATA_SGPIO2)
45
SSATA SGPIO Connector (SSATA_SGPIO1)
46
TPM Header (TPM1)
47
Intelligent Platform Management Bus header (IPMB1)
48
ME Recovery Jumper (ME_RECOVERY1)
49
BMC SMBus Header (BMC_SMB_3)
50
Chassis ID3 Jumper (CHASSIS_ID3)
51
BMC SMBus Header (BMC_SMB_2)
52
Chassis ID2 Jumper (CHASSIS_ID2)
53
BMC SMBus Header (BMC_SMB_1)
54
Chassis ID1 Jumper (CHASSIS_ID1)
55
COM Port Header (COM2)
56
Non Maskable Interrupt Button (NMI_BTN1)
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Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
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Buzzer (Buzzer1)
59
LGA 2011 R3 CPU Socket 2 (CPU2)
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*For DIMM installation and coniguration instructions, please see p.20 (Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)) for more details.
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5 DDR4_D1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
Dr. Debug
DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
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3
BUZZER
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USB3_7
Intel C612
CPU1
ATXPWR1
BAT1
4
DDR4_C1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
DDR4_H1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
PCIE1 (White)
PCIE2 (Blue)
PCIE3 (White)
PCIE4 (White)
PCIE5 (Blue)
PCIE6 (Blue)
PCIE7 (Blue)
CPU2
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2 1
DDR4_E1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
BMC ROM
Top: LINE IN
Center: REAR SPK
Center: FRONT
Bottom: Optical SPDIF
Bottom: MIC IN
10
Top: Central/Bass
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LAN2 LAN1
VGA1
USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2
COM1
IPMI LAN
DDR4_F1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
USB 3.0 PS 2 T: USB1 Keyboard B: USB2 /Mouse
1.5 Onboard LED Indicators
DDR4_G1 (64 bit, 288-pin module, Blue)
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EP2C612 WS
Status
Description
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Amber
Rear_FAN1 failed
2
Amber
CPU2_FAN1 failed
3
Amber
CPU1_FAN1 failed
4
Green
STB PWR ready
5
Amber
Front_FAN2 failed
6
Amber
Front_FAN1 failed
7
Amber
Front_FAN3 failed
8
Amber
Front_FAN4 failed
9
Green
BMC heartbeat LED
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No.
11
1.6 I/O Panel 9
12
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10
13
2
4
6
8
11
14
No. Description
No. Description
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PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
8
LAN RJ-45 Port (LAN1)**
2
USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_1_2)
9
Central / Bass (Orange)
3
Serial Port (COM1)
10
Rear Speaker (Black)
4
VGA Port (VGA1)
11
Optical SPDIF Out Port
5
LAN RJ-45 Port (IPMI_LAN)*
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Line In (Light Blue)
6
USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_3_4)
13
Front Speaker (Lime)***
7
LAN RJ-45 Port (LAN2)**
14
Microphone (Pink)
Note: LAN1 supports NCSI.
LAN Port LED Indications *here are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
LAN Port
Dedicated IPMI LAN Port LED Indications
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Activity / Link LED
Speed LED
Status
Description
Status
Description
Of
No Link
Of
Blinking Yellow On
Data Activity Link
Yellow Green
10M bps connection or no link 100M bps connection 1Gbps connection
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**here are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
LAN Port
LAN Port (LAN1, LAN2) LED Indications Activity / Link LED
Speed LED
Status
Description
Status
Description
Of
No Link
Of
Blinking Green On
Data Activity Link
Yellow Green
10Mbps connection or no link 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection
*** If you use a 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.
Audio Output Channels
Front Speaker (No. 13)
Rear Speaker (No. 10)
Central / Bass (No. 9)
Line In (No. 12)
2 4 6 8
V V V V
-V V V
--V V
---V
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To enable Multi-Streaming, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. Ater restarting your computer, you will ind the “Mixer” tool on your system. Please select “Mixer ToolBox” , click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and click “ok”. Choose “2CH”, “4CH”, “6CH”, or “8CH” and then you are allowed to select “Realtek HDA Primary output” to use the Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output” to use the front panel audio.
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1.7 Block Diagram
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Chapter 2 Installation his is a SSI EEB form factor (12'' x 13'', 30.5 cm x 33.0 cm) motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the coniguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard its into it. EP2C612 Series are dual socket motherboards that support Intel® Xeon processor E52600/4600 & v3 series Processors. Please install a primary processor (BootStrap Processor) into “CPU1” socket and then install a non-Primary Processor (Application Processors) into “CPU2” socket. *For a single CPU, please install it into “CPU1” socket (framed by a square).
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.
2.1 Screw Holes Place screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
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Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any components. 2. To avoid damaging the motherboard’s components due to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components. 3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. 4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that comes with the component. 5. When placing screws into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power is switched of or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
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2.3 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 2011-3-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
CAUTION: Please note that C612 platform is only compatible with the LGA 2011-3 socket, which is incompatible with the LGA 2011 socket
1 A
B
A 2
B
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B
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A B
7 A
B
8
English he cover must be placed if returning the motherboard for ater service.
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2.4 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Before you installed the heatsink, you need to spray thermal interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation.
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U_ FA N
11
English
CP
10
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2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) his motherboard provides eight 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Quad Channel Memory Technology.
1. It is not allowed to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into a DDR4 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. For quad channel coniguration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMMs. 3. It is required to install four memory modules to activate Quad Channel Memory Technology.
Capacity
CPU1
CPU2
512GB*
DDR4_A1, B1, C1, D1 (Blue)
DDR4_E1, F1, G1, H1 (Blue)
*he total capacity is estimated when all eight DIMM slots are populated with the LR-DIMMs (64GB).
Single-Processor Memory Conigurations If you install only one CPU (CPU1) on the motherboard, you can install a single memory module into any of the DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1, DDR4_C1, or DDR4_D1 slot. CPU1 A1
B1
1 DIMM
#
2 DIMMS
#
#
4 DIMMS
#
#
C1
D1
#
#
Dual-Processor Memory Conigurations If you install both CPUs (CPU1 and CPU2) on the motherboard, be sure to install your DIMM into any of the DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1, DDR4_C1, or DDR4_D1 slot, before you install the other DIMM(s) into the DDR4_E1, DDR4_F1, DDR4_G1, or DDR4_H1 slot. CPU1 A1
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B1
CPU2 C1
D1
1 DIMM
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2 DIMMS
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4 DIMMS
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8 DIMMS
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B1
C1
D1
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G1
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he DIMM only its in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.
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2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) here are 7 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.
PCIE slot: PCIE1 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot, from CPU 2) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width cards. PCIE2 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot, from CPU 1) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width cards. PCIE3 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot, from CPU 2) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width cards. PCIE4 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot, from CPU 2) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width cards. PCIE5 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot, from CPU 1) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width cards. PCIE6 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot, from CPU 1) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width cards. PCIE7 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot, from CPU 1) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width cards. Slot
Generation
Mechanical
Electrical
Source
PCIE 7
3.0
x16
x16
CPU 1
PCIE 6
3.0
x16
x8
CPU 1
PCIE 5
3.0
x16
x16
CPU 1
PCIE 4
3.0
x16
x8
CPU 2
PCIE 3
3.0
x16
x16
CPU 2
PCIE 2
3.0
x16
x8
CPU 1
PCIE 1
3.0
x16
x16
CPU 2
PCI Express Slot Coniguration PCIE 6
Single PCIE Card
x16
x0
Two PCIE Cards
x8
x8
PCIE 3
PCIE 4
Single PCIE Card
x16
x0
Two PCIE Cards
x8
x8
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PCI Express Slot Coniguration (SLITM and CrossFireXTM Mode) PCIE1
PCIE3
PCIE5
PCIE7
x16
x16
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
x16
x16
x16
x16
x16
N/A
N/A
x16
x16
x16
x16
x16
x16
x16
Two Graphics Cards in CrossFireXTM or SLITM Mode
hree Graphics Cards in 3-Way CrossFireXTM or 3-Way SLITM Mode
Four Graphics Cards in 4-Way CrossFireXTM or 4-Way SLITM Mode
For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard’s chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards.
Installing an expansion card Step 1.
Step 2. Step 3. Step 4.
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Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched of or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws for later use. Align the card connector with the slot and press irmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws. Replace the system cover.
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2.7 Jumper Setup he illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”. he illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “Short” when a jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.
SATA DOM Power Jumper (3-pin SATAPWR_SEL1) (see p.6, No. 22)
SATA DOM Power Jumper (3-pin SATAPWR_SEL2) (see p.6, No. 35)
SATA DOM (SSATA_3) requires 5V power supply
SATA DOM (SSATA_3) does NOT require 5V power supply (Default)
SATA DOM (SSATA_2) requires 5V power supply
SATA DOM (SSATA_2) does NOT require 5V power supply (Default)
Consult the documentation that comes with your SATA DOM and check whether or not Pin 7 requires 5V power supply. If the connected SATA DOM requires 5V power supply, move the jumper caps placed on the SATA DOM Power Jumper (SATAPWR_SEL1 or SATAPWR_SEL2) from pins 2-3 (default) to pins 1-2. If the connected SATA DOM does NOT require 5V power supply, connect the SATA DOM power cable to the SATA DOM power header (SATA_PWR_1) and there is no need to change the default jumper setting of the SATA DOM Power Jumper (pins 2-3).
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Warning! Incorrect setting of the SATA DOM Power Jumper (SATAPWR1) may cause damage to the motherboard or your SATA DOM.
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Chassis ID1 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID1) (see p.6, No. 54) Chassis ID2 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID2) (see p.6, No. 52) Chassis ID3 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID3) (see p.6, No. 50)
Chassis ID1 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID1) (see p.6, No. 54) Chassis ID2 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID2) (see p.6, No. 52) Chassis ID3 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID3) (see p.6, No. 50)
Chassis ID1 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID1) (see p.6, No. 54) Chassis ID2 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID2) (see p.6, No. 52) Chassis ID3 Jumper (3-pin CHASSIS_ID3) (see p.6, No. 50)
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ME Recovery Jumper (3-pin ME_RECOVERY1) (see p.6, No. 48)
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Board Level SKU (Default)
Reserved for system level use
Reserved for system level use
Reserved for system level use
Reserved for system level use
Reserved for system level use
Normal Mode (Default)
ME Recovery Mode
CPU PECI Mode Jumper (3-pin PECI1) (see p.6, No. 16)
PMBUS Mode Jumper (3-pin PMBUS_SEL_ALT1) (see p.6, No. 9) (3-pin PMBUS_SEL_DAT1) (see p.6, No. 11) (3-pin PMBUS_SEL_CLK1) (see p.6, No. 13)
CPU PECI connect to PCH
CPU PECI connect to BMC (Default)
PMBus connected to BMC (Default)
PMBus connected to PCH
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2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.
PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND
System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.6, No. 33) 1
GND RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+
Con nec t t he power sw itch, reset switch and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments. Particularly note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may conigure the way to turn of your system using the power switch. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. he LED is on when the system is operating. he LED is of when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered of (S5). HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. he LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data. he front panel design may difer by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.
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his header supports multiple functions on the front panel, including the front panel SMB, internet status indicator and chassis intrusion pin.
LED_PWR
System Fault LEDSystem Fault LED+
LAN1_LINK
LED_PWR
LOCATORBTN#
GND
+3VSB LOCATORLED1-
GND
SMB_DATA
B
LOCATORLED1+
SMB_Alert
SMB_CLK
A
LAN2_LINK
Auxiliary Panel Header (18-pin AUX PANEL_1) (see p.6, No. 34)
GND
CASEOPEN
+5VSB
1
C
D
E
A. Front panel SMBus connecting pin (6-1 pin FPSMB) his header allows you to connect SMBus (System Management Bus) equipment. It can be used for communication between peripheral equipment in the system, which has slower transmission rates, and power management equipment. B. Internet status indicator (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED) hese two 2-pin headers allow you to use the Gigabit internet indicator cable to connect to the LAN status indicator. When this indicator lickers, it means that the internet is properly connected. C. Chassis intrusion pin (2-pin CHASSIS) his header is provided for host computer chassis with chassis intrusion detection designs. In addition, it must also work with external detection equipment, such as a chassis intrusion detection sensor or a microswitch. When this function is activated, if any chassis component movement occurs, the sensor will immediately detect it and send a signal to this header, and the system will then record this chassis intrusion event. he default setting is set to the CASEOPEN and GND pin; this function is of. D. Locator LED (4-pin LOCATOR) his header is for the locator switch and LED on the front panel.
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E. System Fault LED (2-pin LOCATOR) his header is for the Fault LED on the system.
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SA TA_3 SA TA_4 SA TA_5
SATAE_1
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hese eight SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
ASAT A_1
SA TA_0 SA TA_1 SA TA_2
SATA_5
Serial ATA Express Connector (SATAE_1) (see p.6, No. 27)
SATA_4
(SSATA_0) (see p.6, No. 28) (SSATA_1) (see p.6, No. 29)
ASAT A_0
Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA_0) (see p.6, No. 18) (SATA_1) (see p.6, No. 23) (SATA_2) (see p.6, No. 25) (SATA_3) (see p.6, No. 19) (SATA_4) (see p.6, No. 24) (SATA_5) (see p.6, No. 26)
Please connect either SATA or PCIe storage devices to this connector. *he SATA Express interface is a combination of SATAE_1, SATA3_4, and SATA3_5.
SSATA_2
Serial ATA3 DOM Connectors (SSATA_2) (see p.6, No. 32) (SSATA_3) (see p.6, No. 30)
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he SATA3 DOM connectors supports both a SATA DOM (Disk-On-Module) and a SATA data cable for internal storage device.
Consult the documentation that comes with your SATA DOM and check whether or not Pin 7 requires 5V power supply. If the connected SATA DOM requires 5V power supply, move the jumper caps placed on the SATA DOM Power Jumper (SATAPWR_SEL1 or SATAPWR_SEL2) from pins 2-3 (default) to pins 1-2. If the connected SATA DOM does NOT require 5V power supply, connect the SATA DOM power cable to the SATA DOM power header (SATA_PWR_1) and there is no need to change the default jumper setting of the SATA DOM Power Jumper (pins 2-3). Warning! Incorrect setting of the SATA DOM Power Jumper (SATAPWR1) may cause damage to the motherboard or your SATA DOM.
SATA Power Connectors (4-pin SATA_PWR1) (see p.6, No. 31)
Please connect a SATA power cable. +5V GND GND +12V
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USB 3.0 Connector (USB3_7) (see p.6, No. 37)
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IntA_PA_D+ IntA_PA_DGND IntA_PA_SSTX+ IntA_PA_SSTXGND IntA_PA_SSRX+ IntA_PA_SSRXVbus
USB 3.0 Header (19-pin USB3_5_6) (see p.6, No. 36)
1
Besides four default USB 3.0 ports on the I/O panel, there is one USB 3.0 header on this motherboard. This USB 3.0 header can support two USB 3.0 ports.
Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PBA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy
Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.6, No. 57)
GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET
his header is for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel.
1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L
1. High Deinition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your system. 2. If you use an AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L. B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L. C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND). D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. You don’t need to connect them for the AC’97 audio panel. E. To activate the front mic, go to the “FrontMic” Tab in the Realtek Control panel and adjust “Recording Volume”.
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USB_PWR P-3 P+3 GND DUMMY
USB 2.0 Header (9-pin USB_1_2) (see p.6, No. 38) 1
here is one USB 2.0 header on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports.
GND P+2 P-2 USB_PWR
DUMMY SPEAKER
Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER1) (see p.6, No. 39)
CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU1_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 7) (4-pin CPU2_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 4)
1 +5V
1 2 3 4
DUMMY
GND FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
4
3
2
1
GND FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED FA N_SPEED_CONTROL
Front and Rear Fan Connectors (4-pin FRNT_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 21) (4-pin FRNT_FAN2) (see p.6, No. 20) (4-pin FRNT_FAN3) (see p.6, No. 40) (4-pin FRNT_FAN4) (see p.6, No. 41)
4
3
2
1
GND FAN_VOLTAGE FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
Please connect the chassis speaker to this header.
his motherboard provides two 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. *For more details, please refer to the Cooler QVL list on the ASRock Rack website.
Please connect fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to the ground pin. All fans support Fan Control.
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(4-pin REAR_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 3)
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GND
5V
5V
5V
N/A
GND
GND
GND
PSON#
GND
-12V
3V
ATX 12V Power Connectors (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No. 10) (8-pin ATX12V2) (see p.6, No. 2)
3V
12V
12V
5VSB
PWROK_PS
5V
3V
GND
12 GND
1 5V
24
3V
13
GND
ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 12)
his motherboard provides two 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors.
+12V2 1
4
5
8
his motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13.
GND
RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1
Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.6, No. 55)
his COM1 header supports a serial port module.
1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1
SERIRQ#
F_CLKRUN#
+3V
S_PWRDWN#
LAD3_L
GND
LAD2_L
LFRAME#_L
TPM_RST#
LAD1_L
SMB_DATA_MAIN
GND
SMB_CLK_MAIN
TPM Header (17-pin TPM1) (see p.6, No. 46)
1
+3VSB
GND
LAD0_L
CK_33M_TPM
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his connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certiicates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
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PSU SMBus (PSU_SMB1) (see p.6, No. 8)
SCLOCK SLOAD GND
1
SDATAOUT GND
ALERT +3VSB SMBCLK 1 SMBDATA GND
Non Maskable Interrupt Button Header (NMI_BTN1) (see p.6, No. 56)
Intelligent Platform Management Bus header (4-pin IPMB1) (see p.6, No. 47)
Baseboard Management Controller SMBus Header (5-pin BMC_SMB_1) (see p.6, No. 53) (5-pin BMC_SMB_2) (see p.6, No. 51) (5-pin BMC_SMB_3) (see p.6, No. 49)
This header supports Serial Li n k i nter face for onboa rd SATA connections.
GND 1
PSU SMBus monitors the status of the power supply, fan and system temperature.
Please connect a NMI device to this header.
CONTROL
IPMB_SDA IPMB_SCL
GND No Connect
BMC_SMBDATA GND
This 4-pin connector is used to provide a cabled base-board or front panel connection for value added features and 3rdparty add-in cards, such as Emergency Management cards, that provide management features using the IPMB.
hese headers are used for the SM BUS devices.
BMC_SMBCLK Power BMC_SMB_PRESENT_1_N
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Serial General Purpose Input/Output Headers (7-pin SATA_SGPIO1) (see p.6, No. 43) (7-pin SATA_SGPIO2) (see p.6, No. 44) (7-pin SSATA_SGPIO1) (see p.6, No. 45)
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hermal Sensor Header (3-pin TR1) (see p.6, No. 42)
PCIe Power Connector (4-pin PCIE_PWR1) (see p.6, No. 17)
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TR1
TR1
1 GND
Please connect the thermal sensor cable to either pin 1-2 or pin 2-3 and the other end to the device which you wish to monitor its temperature.
Please connect a 4 pin molex power cable to this connector when more than three PCI Express cards are installed.
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2.9 Dr. Debug Dr. Debug is used to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting even easier. Please see the diagrams below for reading the Dr. Debug codes. Description
00
Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS.
0d
Problem related to memory, VGA card or other devices. Please clear CMOS, re-install the memory and VGA card, and remove other USB, PCI devices.
01 - 54 (except 0d), 5A- 60
55
Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules. he Memory could not be detected. Please re-install the memory and CPU. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.
61 - 91
Chipset initialization error. Please press reset or clear CMOS.
92 - 99
Problem related to PCI-E devices. Please re-install PCI-E devices or try installing them in other slots. If the problem still exists, please remove all PCI-E devices or try using another VGA card.
A0 - A7
Problem related to IDE or SATA devices. Please re-install IDE and SATA devices. If the problem still exists, please clear CMOS and try removing all SATA devices.
b0
Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.
b4
Problem related to USB devices. Please try removing all USB devices.
b7
Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.
d6
he VGA could not be recognized. Please clear CMOS and try re-installing the VGA card. If the problem still exists, please try installing the VGA card in other slots or use other VGA cards.
d7
he Keyboard and mouse could not be recognized. Please try re-installing the keyboard and mouse.
d8
Invalid Password.
FF
Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS.
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2.10 SLITM , 3-Way SLITM , 4-Way SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide his motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM , 3-way SLITM, 4-way SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to four identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Currently, NVIDIA® SLITM and Quad SLITM technology supports Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit OS. Requirements 1. You should only use identical SLITM-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA® certiied. 2. Make sure that your graphics card driver supports NVIDIA® SLITM technology. Download the drivers from the NVIDIA® website: www.nvidia.com 3. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your system requires. It is recommended to use a NVIDIA® certiied PSU. Please refer to the NVIDIA® website for details. 4. When using the SLITM, be sure to connect the power cord to the PCIe Power connector (PCIE_PWR1).
2.10.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot and the other graphics card to PCIE3 slot, or insert one graphics card into PCIE5 slot and the other graphics card to PCIE7 slot. . Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.
Step 2 If required, connect the auxiliary power source to the PCI Express graphics cards.
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Step 3 Align and insert the SLI_Bridge_3S Card to the goldingers on each graphics card. Make sure the SLI_Bridge_3S Card is irmly in place.
SLI_Bridge_3S Card
SLI_Bridge_3S Card
Step 4
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2.10.2 Installing Three SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another graphics card to PCIE3 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE5 slot, or insert one graphics card into PCIE3 slot, another graphics card to PCIE53 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE7 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.
Step 2 Connect the auxiliary power source to the PCI Express graphics card. Please make sure that both power connectors on the PCI Express graphics card are connected. Repeat this step on the three graphics cards.
Step 3
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3-Way SLI Bridge
Align and insert the 3-Way SLI Bridge Card to the goldingers on each graphics card. Make sure the 3-Way SLI Bridge Card is irmly in place.
3-Way SLI Bridge Card
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Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot.
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2.10.3 Installing Four SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into the PCIE1 slot, another graphics card into the PCIE3 slot, the third graphics card into the PCIE5 slot and the last graphics card into the PCIE7 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.
Step 2 Connect the auxiliary power source to the PCI Express graphics card. Please make sure that both power connectors on the PCI Express graphics card are connected. Repeat this step on the three graphics cards.
Step 3 Align and insert an SLI Bridge Card to the goldingers of the irst and second graphics card. Install the second SLI Bridge Card to the goldingers of the third and fourth graphics card. Connect the second and the fourth graphics card with the SLI_ Bridge_3S Card. Make sure the SLI Bridge Cards are irmly in place. SLI_Bridge_3S Card
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SLI_Bridge
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Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot.
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2.10.4 Driver Installation and Setup Install the graphics card drivers to your system. Ater that, you can enable the Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the NVIDIA® nView system tray utility. Please follow the below procedures to enable the multi-GPU. Step 1 Double-click the NVIDIA Control Panel icon in the Windows® system tray. Step 2 In the let pane, click Set SLI and PhysX coniguration. hen select Maximize 3D performance and click Apply. Step 3 Reboot your system.
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2.11 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM, 4-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide his motherboard supports CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM, 4-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to four identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Currently CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM are supported with Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 8.1 / 8.1 64bit OS. 1. You should only use identical CrossFireXTM-ready graphics cards that are AMD certiied. 2. Make sure that your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM technology. Download the drivers from the AMD’s website: www.amd.com 3. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your system requires. It is recommended to use a AMD certiied PSU. Please refer to the AMD’s website for details. 4. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with a 16-pipe card, both cards will operate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode. 5. Diferent CrossFireXTM cards may require diferent methods to enable CrossFireXTM. Please refer to AMD graphics card manuals for detailed installation guide. 6. When using the CrossFireXTM, be sure to connect the power cord to the PCIe Power connector (PCIE_PWR1).
2.11.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot and the other graphics card to PCIE3 slot, or insert one graphics card into PCIE5 slot and the other graphics card to PCIE7 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.
Step 2
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Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot.
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2.11.2 Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards
Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another graphics card to PCIE3 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE5 slot, or insert one graphics card into PCIE3 slot, another graphics card to PCIE5 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE7 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.
Step 2 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot.
2.11.3 Installing Four CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards
Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another graphics card into PCIE3 slot, the third graphics card into PCIE5 slot and the last graphics card into PCIE7 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.
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Step 2 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot.
2.11.4 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer and boot into OS. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any VGA drivers installed in your system.
he Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. We recommend using this utility to uninstall any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation. Please check AMD’s website for AMD driver updates.
Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer. Please check AMD’s website for details. Step 4 Double-click the AMD Catalyst Control Center icon in the Windows® system tray. Step 5 In the let pane, click Performance and then AMD CrossFireXTM . hen select Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply. Select the GPU number according to your graphics card and click Apply.
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2.12 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your optical drive irst. hen, the drivers compatible to your system can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from top to bottom to install those required drivers. herefore, the drivers you install can work properly.
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2.13 Dual LAN and Teaming Operation Guide Dual LAN with Teaming enabled on this motherboard allows two single connections to act as one single connection for twice the transmission bandwidth, making data transmission more efective and improving the quality of transmission of distant images. Fault tolerance on the dual LAN network prevents network downtime by transferring the workload from a failed port to a working port.
he speed of transmission is subject to the actual network environment or status even with Teaming enabled.
Before setting up Teaming, please make sure whether your Switch (or Router) supports Teaming (IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation). You can specify a preferred adapter in Intel PROSet. Under normal conditions, the Primary adapter handles all non-TCP/IP traic. he Secondary adapter will receive fallback traic if the primary fails. If the Preferred Primary adapter fails, but is later restored to an active status, control is automatically switched back to the Preferred Primary adapter. Step 1 From Device Manager, open the properties of a team. Step 2 Click the Settings tab. Step 3 Click the Modify Team button. Step 4 Select the adapter you want to be the primary adapter and click the Set Primary button.
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If you do not specify a preferred primary adapter, the sotware will choose an adapter of the highest capability (model and speed) to act as the default primary. If a failover occurs, another adapter becomes the primary. he adapter will, however, rejoin the team as a non-primary.
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Chapter 3 UEFI Setup Utility 3.1 Introduction h is section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to conigure your system. he UEFI chip on the motherboard stores the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. You may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY when you start up the computer. Please press or during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY; otherwise, POST will continue with its test routines. If you wish to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY ater POST, restart the system by pressing + + , or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You may also restart by turning the system of and then back on.
Because the UEFI sotware is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar he top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: Item
Description
Main
To set up the system time/date information
OC Tweaker
For overclocking conigurations
Advanced
To set up the advanced UEFI features
Server Mgmt
To manage the server
Security
To set up the security features
Boot
To set up the default system device to locate and load the Operating System
Event Logs
For event log coniguration
Exit
To exit the current screen or the UEFI SETUP UTILITY
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Use < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu bar, and then press to get into the sub screen. You can also use the mouse to click your required item.
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3.1.2 Navigation Keys Please check the following table for the function description of each navigation key. Function Description
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Moves cursor let or right to select Screens
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Moves cursor up or down to select items
+ / -
To change option for the selected items
Switch to next function
To bring up the selected screen
Go to the previous page
Go to the next page
Go to the top of the screen
Go to the bottom of the screen
To display the General Help Screen
Discard changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY
Load optimal default values for all the settings
Save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY
Print screen
Jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen
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Navigation Key(s)
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3.2 Main Screen Once you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. he Main screen provides system overview information and allows you to set the system time and date.
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3.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features.
Because the UEFI sotware is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
Intel SpeedStep Technology Intel SpeedStep technology allows processors to switch between multiple frequencies and voltage points for better power saving and heat dissipation.
Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology enables the processor to run above its base operating frequency when the operating system requests the highest performance state.
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Long Duration Power Limit Conigure Package Power Limit 1 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU ratio will be lowered ater a period of time. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
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Long Duration Maintained Conigure the period of time until the CPU ratio is lowered when the Long Duration Power Limit is exceeded.
Short Duration Power Limit Conigure Package Power Limit 2 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU ratio will be lowered immediately. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
Primary Plane Current Limit Conigure the current limit of the CPU under Turbo Mode in ampere. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
Active Processor 1 Cores Select the number of cores to enable in each processor package.
Active Processor 2 Cores Select the number of cores to enable in each processor package.
DRAM Coniguration DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically.
Save User Default Type a proile name and press enter to save your settings as user default.
Load User Default Load previously saved user defaults.
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3.4 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the conigurations for the following items: CPU Coniguration, DRAM Coniguration, ACPI Coniguration, Conigure Super IO Settings, Serial Port Console Redirection, USB Coniguration, Chipset Coniguration, Storage Coniguration, H/W Monitor, Intel ME Coniguration, WHEA Coniguration, Easy RAID Installer and Instant Flash.
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Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction.
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3.4.1 CPU Coniguration
Intel SpeedStep Technology Intel SpeedStep technology allows processors to switch between multiple frequencies and voltage points for better power saving and heat dissipation.
Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology enables the processor to run above its base operating frequency when the operating system requests the highest performance state.
Long Duration Power Limit Conigure Package Power Limit 1 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU ratio will be lowered ater a period of time. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
Long Duration Maintained English
Conigure the period of time until the CPU ratio is lowered when the Long Duration Power Limit is exceeded.
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Short Duration Power Limit Conigure Package Power Limit 2 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU ratio will be lowered immediately. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
Intel Hyper Threading Technology Intel Hyper hreading Technology allows multiple threads to run on each core, so that the overall performance on threaded sotware is improved.
Active Processor 1 Cores Use this item to select the number of cores to enable in each processor package.
Active Processor 2 Cores Use this item to select the number of cores to enable in each processor package.
No-Execute Memory Protection Processors with No-Execution Memory Protection Technology may prevent certian classes of malicious bufer overlow attacks.
Enable Intel TXT Support Enable Intel Trusted Execution Technology coniguration. Please disable “EX DFX 60 English Features” when TXT is enabled.
Intel Virtualization Technology Intel Virtulization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, so that one computer system can function as multiple virtual system.
Enable SMX Use this item to enable Safer Mode Extensions.
Hardware Prefetcher Use this item to automatically prefetch data and code for the processor. Enable for better performance.
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Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Automatically prefetch the subsequent cache line while retrieving the currently requested cache line. Enable for better performance.
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CPU Thermal Throttling Enable CPU internal thermal control mechanisms to keep the CPU from overheating.
CPU C States Support Enable CPU C States Support for power saving. It is recommended to keep C3 and C6 enabled for better power saving.
Package C State Support Enable CPU, PCIe, Memory, Graphics C State Support for power saving.
CPU C3 State Support Enable C3 sleep state for lower power consumption.
CPU C6 State Support Enable C6 deep sleep state for lower power consumption.
Enhanced Halt State(C1E) Enable Enhanced Halt State (C1E) for lower power consumption.
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3.4.2 DRAM Coniguration
DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically.
ECC Support his allows you to enable or disable the DDR ECC support feature.
MRC Fast Boot When enabled, portions of memory reference code will be skipped when possible to increase boot speed.
Channel Interleaving Use this item to select Channel Interleaving setting.
Rank Interleaving
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Use this item to select Rank Interleaving setting.
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3.4.3 ACPI Coniguration
Suspend to RAM Use this item to select whether to auto-detect or disable the Suspend-to-RAM feature. Selecting [Auto] will enable this feature if the OS supports it.
PS2 Y-Cable Auto/Enable PS2 Y-Cable
PS/2 Keyboard Power On Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard.
Ring-In Power On Use this item to enable or disable Ring-In signals to turn on the system from the powersot-of mode.
RTC Alarm Power On Use this item to enable or disable RTC (Real Time Clock) to power on the system.
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USB Keyboard/Remote Power On Use this item to enable or disable USB Keyboard/Remote to turn on the system from the power-sot-of mode.
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USB Mouse Power On Use this item to enable or disable USB Mouse to turn on the system from the power-sot-of mode.
PCIE Devices Power On
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Use this item to enable or disable PCIE devices to turn on the system from the power-sotof mode.
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3.4.4 Conigure Super IO Settings
Serial Port 1 Coniguration Use this item to conigure the onboard serial port 1. Select and enter the "Serial Port 1 Coniguration" and you will see the followings:
Serial Port Use this item to enable or disable the onboard serial port.
Change Settings Use this item to select an optimal setting for Super IO device.
Serial Port 2 Coniguration Use this item to conigure the onboard serial port 2. Select and enter the "Serial Port 2 Coniguration" and you will see the followings:
Serial Port Use this item to enable or disable the onboard serial port.
Change Settings
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Use this item to select an optimal setting for Super IO device.
Serial Port Mode Use this item to select Serial Over LAN or COM mode.
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3.4.5 Serial Port Console Redirection
COM1 / COM2 Console Redirection Use this option to enable or disable Console Redirection. If this item is set to Enabled, you can select a COM Port to be used for Console Redirection.
Console Redirection Settings Use this option to conigure Console Redirection Settings, and specify how your computer and the host computer to which you are connected exchange information.
Terminal Type
Option
Description
VT100 VT100+ VT-UTF8 ANSI
ASCII character set Extended VT100 that supports color and function keys UTF8 encoding is used to map Unicode chars onto 1 or more bytes Extended ASCII character set
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Use this item to select the preferred terminal emulation type for out-of-band management. It is recommended to select [VT-UTF8].
Bits Per Second Use this item to select the serial port transmission speed. The speed used in the host
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computer and the client computer must be the same. Long or noisy lines may require lower transmission speed. he options include [9600], [19200], [57600] and [115200].
Data Bits Use this item to set the data transmission size. he options include [7] and [8] (Bits).
Parity Use this item to select the parity bit. he options include [None], [Even], [Odd], [Mark] and [Space].
Stop Bits he item indicates the end of a serial data packet. he standard setting is [1] Stop Bit. Select [2] Stop Bits for slower devices.
Flow Control Use this item to set the f low control to prevent data loss from buffer overf low. When sending data, if the receiving bufers are full, a "stop" signal can be sent to stop the data low. Once the bufers are empty, a "start" signal can be sent to restart the low. Hardware low uses two wires to send start/stop signals. he options include [None] and [Hardware RTS/CTS].
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Use this item to enable or disable the VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support for ANSI/VT100 terminals.
Recorder Mode Use this item to enable or disable Recorder Mode to capture terminal data and send it as text messages.
Resolution 100x31 Use this item to enable or disable extended terminal resolution support.
Legacy OS Redirection Resolution Use this item to select the number of rows and columns used in legacy OS redirection.
Putty Keypad Use this item to select Function Key and Keypad on Putty.
Redirection Ater BIOS POST If the [LoadBooster] is selected, legacy console redirection is disabled before booting to legacy OS. If [Always Enabled] is selected, legacy console redirection is enabled for legacy OS. he default value is [Always Enabled].
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Serial Port for Out-of-Band Management/Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) Console Redirection Use this option to enable or disable Console Redirection. If this item is set to Enabled, you can select a COM Port to be used for Console Redirection.
Console Redirection Settings Use this option to conigure Console Redirection Settings, and specify how your computer and the host computer to which you are connected exchange information.
Terminal Type Use this item to select the preferred terminal emulation type for out-of-band management. It is recommended to select [VT-UTF8]. Option
Description
VT100 VT100+ VT-UTF8 ANSI
ASCII character set Extended VT100 that supports color and function keys UTF8 encoding is used to map Unicode chars onto 1 or more bytes Extended ASCII character set
Bits Per Second Use this item to select the serial port transmission speed. The speed used in the host computer and the client computer must be the same. Long or noisy lines may require lower transmission speed. he options include [9600], [19200], [57600] and [115200].
Flow Control Use this item to set the flow control to prevent data loss from buffer overflow. When sending data, if the receiving bufers are full, a "stop" signal can be sent to stop the data low. Once the bufers are empty, a "start" signal can be sent to restart the low. Hardware flow uses two wires to send start/stop signals. The options include [None], [Hardware RTS/ CTS], and [Sotware Xon/Xof].
Data Bits Parity
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3.4.6 USB Coniguration
USB Controller Enable or disable all the USB ports.
Intel USB3.0 Mode Use this item to select the mode of operation of Intel USB3.0 controller.
Legacy USB Support Enable or disable Legacy OS Support for USB 2.0 dev ices. If you encounter USB compatibility issues it is recommended to disable legacy USB support. Select UEFI Setup Only to support USB devices under the UEFI setup and Windows/Linux operating systems only.
Legacy USB 3.0 Support Use this item to enable or disable Legacy OS Support for USB 3.0 devices.
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3.4.7 Chipset Coniguration
Primary Graphics Adapter If PCI Express graphics card is installed on the motherboard, you may use this option to select PCI Express or Onboard as the primary graphics adapter.
Onboard VGA Use this to enable or disable the Onboard VGA function. he default value is [Auto]. *his item is not available when the Primary Graphic Adapter is set to [Onboard].
VT-d Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine monitor better utilize hardware by improving application compatibility and reliability, and providing additional levels of manageability, security, isolation, and I/O performance.
PCIE 1 Link Speed his allows you to select PCIE 1 Link Speed. he default value is [Auto].
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PCIE 2 Link Speed his allows you to select PCIE 2 Link Speed. he default value is [Auto].
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PCIE 3 & PCIE 4 Link Speed his allows you to select PCIE 3 & PCIE 4 Link Speed. he default value is [Auto].
PCIE 5 Link Speed his allows you to select PCIE 5 Link Speed. he default value is [Auto].
PCIE 6 & PCIE 7 Link Speed his allows you to select PCIE 6 & PCIE 7 Link Speed. he default value is [Auto].
PCIE 1 Link Width his allows you to select PCIE 1 Link Width. he default value is [Auto].
PCIE 2 Link Width his allows you to select PCIE 2 Link Width. he default value is [Auto].
PCIE 3 & PCIE 4 Link Width his allows you to select PCIE 3 & PCIE 4 Link Width. he default value is [Auto].
PCIE 5 Link Width his allows you to select PCIE 5 Link Width. he default value is [Auto].
PCIE 6 & PCIE 7 Link Width his allows you to select PCIE 6 & PCIE 7 Link Width. he default value is [Auto].
PCI-E ASPM Support his option enables or disables the ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices.
PCH PCI-E ASPM Support his option enables or disables the ASPM support for all PCH downstream devices.
Deep Sleep Configure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down. We recommend disabling Deep Sleep for better system compatibility and stability.
Onboard LAN1 his tem allows you to enable or disable the Onboard LAN 1 feature.
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Onboard LAN2 his allows you to enable or disable the Onboard LAN 2 feature.
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Onboard HD Audio Use this item to automatically enable or disable onboard HD audio. Set to Auto to enable onboard HD audio and automatically disable it when a sound card is installed.
Front Panel Use this item to set front panel HD audio to Auto or Disabled.
Above 4G Decoding Enable or disable 64bit capable Devices to be decoded in Above 4G Address Space (only if the system supports 64 bit PCI decoding).
Restore on AC/Power Loss his allows you to set the power state ater an unexpected AC/power loss. If [Power Of] is selected, the AC/power remains of when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC/power resumes and the system starts to boot up when the power recovers. If [Last State] is selected, it will recover to the state before AC/power loss.
Onboard Debug Port LED
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3.4.8 Storage Coniguration
Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. Use this item to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) feature. Coniguration options: [Disabled] and [Enabled].
SATA Storage Coniguration SATA Controller Use this item to enable or disable SATA Controller.
SATA Mode Selection Use this to select SATA mode. Coniguration options: [Disabled], [IDE], [AHCI] and [RAID ] mode. he default value is [AHCI ].
AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) supports NCQ and other new features that will improve SATA disk performance but IDE mode does not have these advantages.
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SATA Aggressive Link Power Mgnt Use this item to conigure SATA Aggressive Link Power Management.
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SATA Port 0 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 Depending on how many SATA ports you have, you will see SATA_x (x means number) listed on the screen, with its status indicated as SATA device [(Model Name)] or [Not Detected]. his model supports SATA Express. When a HDD is plugged into the the SATA Express port, the HDD information here appears as [SATA_4/SATAE_0] and [SATA_5/SATAE_1].
External SATA Use this item to enable SATA safe removal notiications. Please note that the SATA device will be downgraded to SATA2.
Hot Plug Designates this port as Hot Plugglable.
Spin Up Device If enabled for any of ports, Staggered Spin Up will be performed and only the drives which have this option enabled will spin up at boot. Otherwise all drives spin up at boot.
SATA Rx Setting Adjust SATA DTLE DATA Values (0-15).
SATA Device Type Identify the SATA port connected to Solid State Drive or Hard Disk Drive.
sSATA Storage Coniguration sSATA Controller Use this item to enable or disable sSATA Controller.
sSATA Mode Selection Use this to select sSATA mode. Coniguration options: [Disabled], [IDE], [AHCI] and [RAID ] mode. he default value is [AHCI].
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sSATA Aggressive Link Power Mgnt Use this item to conigure sSATA Aggressive Link Power Management.
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sSATA Port 0 / 1 / 2 / 3 Depending on how many sSATA ports you have, you will see sSATA_x (x means number) listed on the screen, with its status indicated as SATA device [(Model Name)] or [Not Detected].
External sSATA Use this item to enable SATA safe removal notiications. Please note that the SATA device will be downgraded to SATA2.
Hot Plug Designates this port as Hot Plugglable.
Spin Up Device If enabled for any of ports, Staggered Spin Up will be performed and only the drives which have this option enabled will spin up at boot. Otherwise all drives spin up at boot.
SATA Rx Setting Adjust SATA DTLE DATA Values (0-15).
SATA Device Type Identify the SATA port connected to Solid State Drive or Hard Disk Drive.
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3.4.9 H/W Monitor Screen In this section, it allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage.
CPU1_FAN 1 his allows you to set the CPU 1 fan speed. he default value is [Smart Fan].
CPU2_FAN 1 his allows you to set the CPU 2 fan speed. he default value is [Smart Fan].
REAR_FAN 1 his allows you to set the rear fan 1’s speed. he default value is [Smart Fan].
FRNT_FAN 1 his allows you to set the front fan 1’s speed. he default value is [Smart Fan].
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his allows you to set the front fan 2’s speed. he default value is [Smart Fan].
FRNT_FAN 3 his allows you to set the front fan 3’s speed. he default value is [Smart Fan].
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FRNT_FAN 4 his allows you to set the front fan 4’s speed. he default value is [Smart Fan].
Smart Fan Control his allows you to set the Smart fan’s level speed.
Smart Fan Duty Control Smart Fan Duty x (x means 1 to 11 stage) his allows you to set duty cycle for each stage.
Smart Fan Temp Control Smart Fan Temp x (x means 1 to 11 stage) his allows you to set temperature for each stage.
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3.4.10 Intel ME Coniguration
ME Subsystem screen displays the Intel ME Subsystem Configuration information, such as Operational Firmware Version, ME Firmware, ME Firmware Type, ME Firmware SKU and ME File System Integrity Vaalue.
Spread Spectrum
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Select Spread spectrum mode.
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3.4.11 WHEA Coniguration
WHEA Support Use this item to enable or disable Windows Hardware Error Architecture.
System Error Use this item to enable or disable System Error feature. When it is set to [Enabled], you canconigure Memory Error and PCIE Error log features.
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3.4.12 Easy RAID Installer
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Easy RAID Installer can help you to copy the RAID driver from a support CD to your USB storage device. Ater copying the RAID driver to your USB storage device, please change “SATA Mode” to “RAID”, then you can start installing the OS in RAID mode.
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3.4.13 Instant Flash Instant Flash is a UEFI lash utility embedded in Flash ROM. his convenient UEFI update tool allows you to update system UEFI without entering operating systems irst like MS-DOS or Windows®. Just save the new UEFI ile to your USB lash drive, loppy disk or hard drive and launch this tool, then you can update your UEFI only in a few clicks without preparing an additional loppy diskette or other complicated lash utility. Please be noted that the USB lash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 ile system. If you execute Instant Flash utility, the utility will show the UEFI iles and their respective information. Select the proper UEFI ile to update your UEFI, and reboot your system ater the UEFI update process is completed.
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3.5 Server Mgmt
Wait For BMC Wait For BMC response for speciied time out. In PILOTII, BMC starts at the same time when BIOS starts during AC power ON. It takes around 30 seconds to initialize Host to
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3.5.1 System Event Log
SEL Components Change this to enable ro disable all features of System Event Logging during boot.
Erase SEL Use this to choose options for earsing SEL.
When SEL is Full Use this to choose options for reactions to a full SEL.
Log EFI Status Codes Use this item to disable the logging of EFI Status Codes or log only error code or only progress or both.
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3.5.2 BMC Network Coniguration
Lan Channel (Failover) Manual setting IPMI LAN If [No] is selected, the IP address is assigned by DHCP. If you prefer using a static IP address, toggle to [Yes], and the changes take efect ater the system reboots. he default value is [No].
Coniguration Address Source Select to conigure BMC network parameters statically or dynamically(by BIOS or BMC). Coniguration options: [Static] and [DHCP]. Static: Manually enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway Address in the BIOS for BMC LAN channel coniguration. DHCP: IP address, Subnet Mask and Gateway Address are automatically assigned by the network's DHCP server.
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When [DHCP] or [Static] is selected, do NOT modify the BMC network settings on the IPMI web page.
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he default login information for the IPMI web interface is: Username: admin Password: admin
For more instructions on how to set up remote control environment and use the IPMI management platform, please refer to the IPMI Coniguration User Guide or go to the Support website at: http://www.asrockrack.com/support/ipmi.asp
BMC Mac Backup Tool Use this to restore BMC Mac from the backup.
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3.6 Security Screen In this section, you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system. For the user password, you may also clear it.
Supervisor Password Set or change the password for the administrator account. Only the administrator has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.
User Password Set or change the password for the user account. Users are unable to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.
Secure Boot
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3.7 Boot Screen In this section, it will display the available devices on your system for you to conigure the boot settings and the boot priority.
Boot Option #1 Use this item to set the system boot order.
Boot From Onboard LAN Use this item to enable or disable the Boot From Onboard LAN feature.
Setup Prompt Timeout his shows the number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535(0XFFFF) means indeinite waiting.
Bootup Num-Lock If this item is set to [On], it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock function ater boot-up.
Boot Beep English
Select whether the Boot Beep should be turned on or of when the system boots up. Please note that a buzzer is needed.
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Full Screen Logo Use this item to enable or disable OEM Logo. he default value is [Enabled].
AddOn ROM Display Use this option to adjust AddOn ROM Display. If you enable the option “Full Screen Logo” but you want to see the AddOn ROM information when the system boots, please select [Enabled]. Coniguration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. he default value is [Enabled].
Boot Failure Guard If the computer fails to boot for a number of times the system automatically restores the default settings.
Boot Failure Guard Count
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Configure the number of attempts to boot until the system automatically restores the default settings.
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Use this option to conigure the parameters of OpROM execution, boot options ilter, etc.
CSM Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. If you are using Windows 8 64bit UEFI and all of your devices support UEFI, you may also disable CSM for faster boot speed.
Boot Option Filter Use this option to control what devices system can boot to. Coniguration options: [UEFI and Legacy], [Legacy only] and [UEFI only].
Launch Storage OpROM Policy Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select [Legacy only] to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select [Do not launch] to not to execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.
Launch Video OpROM Policy
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Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select [Legacy only] to run those that support legacy option ROM only.
PCIE1 Slot OpROM Select PCIE1 Storage and Network Option ROM policy. (This item can't select Video
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Option ROM policy.)
PCIE2 Slot OpROM Select PCIE2 Storage and Network Option ROM policy. (This item can't select Video Option ROM policy.)
PCIE3 and PCIE4 Slot OpROM Select PCIE3 and PCIE4 Storage and Network Option ROM policy. (his item can't select Video Option ROM policy.)
PCIE5 Slot OpROM Select PCIE5 Storage and Network Option ROM policy. (This item can't select Video Option ROM policy.)
PCIE6 and PCIE7 Slot OpROM
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Select PCIE6 and PCIE7 Storage and Network Option ROM policy. (his item can't select Video Option ROM policy.)
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3.8 Event Logs
Change Smbios Event Log Settings his allows you to conigure the Smbios Event Log Settings. When entering the item, you will see the followings:
Smbios Event Log Use this item to enable or disable all features of the SMBIOS Event Logging during system boot.
Erase Event Log The options include [No], [Yes, Next reset] and [Yes, Every reset]. If Yes is selected, all logged events will be erased.
When Log is Full Use this item to choose options for reactions to a full Smbios Event Log. The options include [Do Nothing] and [Erase Immediately].
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MECI (Multiple Event Count Increment) Use this item to enter the increment value for the multiple event counter. he valid range is from 1 to 33.
METW (Multiple Event Time Window) Use this item to specify the number of minutes which must pass between duplicate log
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entries which utilize a multiple-event counter. he value ranges from 0 to 99 minutes.
View Smbios Event Log his allows you to view the Smbios Event Log records.
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3.9 Exit Screen
Save Changes and Exit When you select this option, the following message “Save coniguration changes and exit setup?” will pop-out. Select [Yes] to save the changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY.
Discard Changes and Exit When you select this option, the following message “Discard changes and exit setup?” will pop-out. Select [Yes] to exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY without saving any changes.
Discard Changes When you select this option, the following message “Discard changes?” will pop-out. Select [Yes] to discard all changes.
Load UEFI Defaults Load UEFI default values for all the setup questions. F9 key can be used for this operation.
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Chapter 4 Software Support 4.1 Install Operating System his motherboard supports various Microsot® Windows® 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / Server 2008 R2 SP1 / 2012 / 2012 R2 / Linux compliant. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information. *Please download the Intel ® SATA Floppy Image driver from the ASRock Rack’s website (www.asrockrack.com) to your USB drive or simply install the SATA driver from the Support CD while installing OS in SATA RAID mode.
4.2 Support CD Information he Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that enhance the motherboard’s features.
4.2.1 Running The Support CD To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your computer. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double click on the ile “ASRSetup. exe” from the root folder in the Support CD to display the menu.
4.2.2 Drivers Menu The Drivers Menu shows the available device’s drivers if the system detects installed devices. Please install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
4.2.3 Utilities Menu he Utilities Menu shows the application sotwares that the motherboard supports. Click on a speciic item then follow the installation wizard to install it.
4.2.4 Contact Information
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If you need to contact ASRock Rack or want to know more about ASRock Rack, welcome to visit ASRock Rack’s website at http://www.ASRockRack.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information.
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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Troubleshooting Procedures Follow the procedures below to troubleshoot your system.
Always unplug the power cord before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.
1. Disconnect the power cable and check whether the PWR LED is of. 2. Unplug all cables, connectors and remove all add-on cards from the motherboard. Make sure that the jumpers are set to default settings. 3. Conirm that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and the chassis. 4. Install a CPU and fan on the motherboard, then connect the chassis speaker and power LED.
If there is no power... 1. 2. 3. 4.
Conirm that there are no short circuits between the motherboard and the chassis. Make sure that the jumpers are set to default settings. Check the settings of the 115V/230V switch on the power supply. Verify if the battery on the motherboard provides ~3VDC. Install a new battery if it does not.
If there is no video... 1. Try replugging the monitor cables and power cord. 2. Check for memory errors.
If there are memory errors...
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1. Verify that the DIMM modules are properly seated in the slots. 2. Use recommended DDR4 2133 R-DIMMs. 3. If you have installed more than one DIMM modules, they should be identical with the same brand, speed, size and chip-type. 4. Try inserting diferent DIMM modules into diferent slots to identify faulty ones. 5. Check the settings of the 115V/230V switch on the power supply.
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Unable to save system setup conigurations... 1. Verify if the battery on the motherboard provides ~3VDC. Install a new battery if it does not. 2. Conirm whether your power supply provides adaquate and stable power.
Other problems...
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1. Try searching keywords related to your problem on ASRock Rack’s FAQ page: http://www.asrockrack.com/support
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5.2 Technical Support Procedures If you have tried the troubleshooting procedures mentioned above and the problems are still unsolved, please contact ASRock Rack’s technical support with the following information: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Your contact information Model name, BIOS version and problem type. System coniguration. Problem description.
You may contact ASRock Rack’s technical support at: http://www.asrockrack.com/support/tsd.asp
5.3 Returning Merchandise for Service For warranty service, the receipt or a copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required. By calling your vendor or going to our RMA website (http://event. asrockrack.com/tsd.asp) you may obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. The RMA number should be displayed on the outside of the shipping carton which is mailed prepaid or hand-carried when you return the motherboard to the manufacturer. Shipping and handling charges will be applied for all orders that must be mailed when service is complete. This warranty does not cover damages incurred in shipping or from failure due to alteration, misuse, abuse or improper maintenance of products. Contact your distributor irst for any product related problems during the warranty period.
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Chapter 6: Net Framework Installation Guide To let Intel® RSTe works properly, it is required to install Net Framework. Please follow the steps below to enable “.Net Framework” feature on Microsot® Windows® Server 2008 R2.
6.1 Installing .Net Framework 3.5.1 (For Server 2008 R2) 1. Double-click the Server Manager icon in the Windows system tray.
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2. Click Add Features in the right hand pane.
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3. Check the box next to .Net Framework 3.5.1 and then click Next.
4. Click Next to continue.
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5. Click Install to start installing .Net Framework 3.5.1.
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6. Ater the installation completes, click Close.
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